1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 500 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
